Easy Korean Steamed Egg (Gyeran-jjim) – Soft & Fluffy Korean Egg Recipe
Easy Korean Steamed Egg (Gyeran-jjim) – Soft & Fluffy Korean Egg Recipe
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What Is Korean Steamed Egg?
Korean Steamed Egg, called Gyeran-jjim (계란찜) in Korea, is a soft and savory egg dish commonly served as a side dish with Korean meals.
Unlike a fried egg or omelet, Gyeran-jjim is cooked gently with liquid, which gives it a moist and tender texture. It is often served warm alongside rice, kimchi, soups, grilled meat, and other Korean side dishes.
There are many ways to prepare Gyeran-jjim in Korea. Some versions are cooked directly in a Korean earthenware pot, while others are steamed in a heatproof bowl.
This recipe uses the steaming method. The eggs are mixed with stock at a 1:1 ratio, seasoned simply, and combined with chopped vegetables before being steamed until soft and fluffy.
Why You'll Love This Recipe?
This is a simple Korean side dish made with ingredients that are easy to find outside Korea.
The stock keeps the eggs moist and adds savory flavor, while green onion, carrot, and peas add color and a little texture.
It is also easy to adapt. You can change the stock, leave out the vegetables, or use vegetables you already have at home.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
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Eggs
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Stock
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Salt
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Sesame oil
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Minced garlic
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Chopped green onion
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Carrot
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Peas
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Oil, for brushing the bowl
Cooking Tip:
For this recipe, mix the beaten eggs and stock in a 1:1 ratio. The added liquid helps create the soft, moist texture of the steamed egg.
How to Make Korean Steamed Egg
Step 1. Beat the Eggs
Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them gently until the yolks and whites are combined.
Avoid beating them too aggressively. You only need to mix them evenly.
Step 2. Mix Eggs and Stock 1:1
Add stock to the beaten eggs using a 1:1 ratio and mix well.
The stock adds savory flavor while helping the steamed egg stay soft and moist.
Step 3. Add the Seasonings
Add salt, sesame oil, and minced garlic.
Mix gently so the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the egg mixture.
Step 4. Add the Vegetables
Add chopped green onion, finely chopped carrot, and peas.
Cutting the vegetables into small pieces helps them cook evenly with the eggs.
Step 5. Oil the Bowl
Lightly brush the inside of a heatproof bowl with oil.
This helps prevent the steamed egg from sticking and makes the bowl easier to clean afterward.
Step 6. Steam for 15 Minutes
Pour the egg mixture into the prepared bowl.
Place the bowl in a steamer or a pot fitted with a steaming rack. Cover and steam over medium heat for about 15 minutes.
The exact cooking time can vary slightly depending on the size and depth of the bowl.
Step 7. Serve
Check that the center is softly set and no longer liquid.
Serve the Korean steamed egg warm.
It is especially good with steamed rice and kimchi.
Ingredient Substitutions
Stock → Anchovy stock, chicken stock, vegetable stock, or water
Stock provides more flavor, but water can also be used when necessary.
Sesame oil → Toasted sesame oil
Toasted sesame oil provides the familiar nutty aroma used in many Korean dishes.
Minced garlic → Finely grated garlic or garlic powder
Fresh garlic gives the strongest flavor, but the alternatives can work when fresh garlic isn't available.
Green onion → Scallions, spring onions, or chives
Use whichever is easiest to find locally.
Carrot → Finely diced zucchini or bell pepper
These mild vegetables can provide color and texture similar to carrot.
Peas → Corn kernels or finely chopped green beans
Peas are optional, so they can also simply be omitted.
Shopping Tips in North & South America
Most of the ingredients for Gyeran-jjim can be found in an ordinary supermarket, making this one of the easier Korean dishes to prepare abroad.
For the stock, chicken or vegetable stock is an easy option if Korean anchovy stock is unavailable. If you have dried Korean anchovies, you can also prepare a traditional anchovy-based stock.
Look for toasted sesame oil in the Asian-food section of larger supermarkets or at an Asian or Korean grocery store.
Green onions, carrots, peas, eggs, and garlic should be readily available in most grocery stores.
You also do not need a traditional Korean earthenware pot for this version. A small ceramic bowl, ramekin, or other heatproof bowl that fits safely inside your steamer can be used.
Storage and Reheating
Korean steamed egg tastes best immediately after cooking, when its texture is soft and moist.
If you have leftovers, allow them to cool and store them covered in the refrigerator.
When reheating, heat gently rather than for too long at high heat. Excessive reheating can make the eggs firmer and more rubbery.
For the best texture and flavor, prepare only the amount you expect to eat whenever possible.
FAQ
What is Gyeran-jjim?
Gyeran-jjim (계란찜) literally refers to Korean steamed eggs. It is a warm, soft egg side dish commonly eaten as part of a Korean meal.
Why are eggs and stock mixed at a 1:1 ratio in this recipe?
The added stock provides moisture and savory flavor and helps produce a softer texture than eggs cooked without additional liquid.
Can I use water instead of stock?
Yes. The steamed egg will have a milder flavor, but water can be used if you don't have stock.
Can I make it without vegetables?
Yes. Green onion, carrot, and peas add flavor, color, and texture, but they are not essential. You can prepare a simpler version using eggs, stock, and seasonings.
Why should I oil the bowl?
A thin coating of oil reduces sticking, which makes serving and cleaning easier.
How do I know when Gyeran-jjim is cooked?
The center should be softly set rather than liquid. Avoid steaming much longer than necessary because overcooking can make the egg firmer.
Do I need a Korean earthenware pot?
No. This recipe is designed for steaming in a heatproof bowl, so you can make it without Korean cookware.
What should I serve with Korean steamed egg?
Gyeran-jjim pairs especially well with steamed rice, kimchi, Korean soups and stews, grilled meat, and other Korean side dishes.
More Tips for Soft Korean Steamed Egg
Keep the heat moderate rather than trying to cook the eggs as quickly as possible. Gentle cooking is important for maintaining a soft texture.
Finely chop the vegetables so they cook at approximately the same rate as the egg mixture.
Also remember that the egg continues cooking briefly from residual heat after you remove it from the steamer. Once the center has set, there is no need to continue steaming it unnecessarily.
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